Micro: bit Go Bundle

Micro: bit Go Bundle is a perfect choice to get started with the micro: bit!

The micro: bit Go is a bundle containing all the essentials to get powered up and ready to program as well as the micro: bit v2 board. The micro: bit Go box contains the micro: bit computer as well as a USB cable to connect to a PC and a AAA battery holder with AAA batteries so you can start creating straight away.

The BBC micro: bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors, and many input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world.

The new micro: bit with sound adds a built-in microphone and speaker, as well as an extra touch input button and a power button. If you aren’t familiar with micro: bit you can learn more in this video.

Created by the BBC working in partnership with other brands, the micro: bit was designed to inspire children and young people to learn about programming and electronics in a practical and fun way.

The micro: bit comes in 4 colors and has various individually programmable inputs and outputs including a 5×5 LED matrix display, buttons, speakers, and microphone. The micro: bit also features a temperature sensor, accelerometer, touch-sensitive logo, and a built-in sleep/off mode.

It is compatible with lots of free online code editors designed for different knowledge levels across a number of different programming languages so you can find something to suit how you want to learn or teach. There are endless amounts of free projects, lesson plans, and activities to try, so there is every reason to start your micro: bit journey today.

Club bundle contains:

• 1 x micro: bit v2 board – available in 4 colors red, yellow, green & blue (please note we cannot select the color of the micro: bit you will receive)
• 1 x Quick start guide
• 1x micro USB Cable
• 1x Battery Holder
• 2x AAA Batteries

Getting Started:

The micro: bit is super easy to use. You don’t need lots of complicated peripherals to get started – all you need is a PC or mobile device to program it on.

To get started you will need:

• A micro: bit
• Battery pack with 2 x AAA batteries
• A computer, phone, or tablet with internet access code editors to program your micro: bit
• If you’re using a computer, a USB lead to connect your micro: bit

For building and making projects with your micro: bit, some extra items that are great to have include headphones, crocodile clip leads, and conductive materials such as aluminum foil and paper clips.